2008 Audi S4 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 4,124 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (456 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S4 (302 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Solara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4124 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 456 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |